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Space in between MDF baffle and door

Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2005 11:05 am
by lotas
Hey guys. Well in between my MDF baffle for my speaker, and my door, there are a couple spots with a little space. I'm not sure how essential it is to get these plugged up, but I would imagine it is best to. My quesiton is what kind of material can I use to do this?

My first thought was resin but I know there is a less messy way. My second idea was someting like clay and play-doh, but how would I get those to stay with swing in temperatures and such, it seems like it might fall off or something.

So any ideas guys? Or do I even need to? Thanks a lot.

Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2005 11:23 am
by Bwcad1
great stuff works good spray it in it foams up cut it off that simple.

Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2005 11:59 am
by Justin from Detroit1
Yup, get the non expanding Great Stuff, available at your local Lwoes or Home Depot for about $5 a can. That, or if is just small slits, some silicone sealant.

Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2005 1:20 pm
by sinister audio
if it isnt to bad you can use some sound deadening mat and sandwich it in there.

Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2005 1:50 pm
by kevinberry1
lotas wrote:Hey guys. Well in between my MDF baffle for my speaker, and my door, there are a couple spots with a little space. I'm not sure how essential it is to get these plugged up, but I would imagine it is best to. My quesiton is what kind of material can I use to do this?

My first thought was resin but I know there is a less messy way. My second idea was someting like clay and play-doh, but how would I get those to stay with swing in temperatures and such, it seems like it might fall off or something.

So any ideas guys? Or do I even need to? Thanks a lot.
When I replaced my components I had to use a mounting ring to allow more room for the magnet. Is that what you are talking about? Anyway, I just used the leftover silicone sealant to fill the gaps and it seems to have worked well.

Posted: Wed Nov 09, 2005 2:28 pm
by lotas
kevinberry1 wrote:When I replaced my components I had to use a mounting ring to allow more room for the magnet. Is that what you are talking about? Anyway, I just used the leftover silicone sealant to fill the gaps and it seems to have worked well.
yeah kevin that's what I'm talking about. And I actually have a bunch of Great Stuff sitting around so that will work perfect and be free. Thanks guys.